Gallaccio found the original piece of wood in a hedgerow in Norfolk. She liked the idea that this wild, unkempt and uncared-for hawthorn could be given a new life through the direct burn-out casting process, and made into something delicate, elaborate and beautiful. The silver haws at the end of each branch were made with the help of a jeweller. Gallaccio likes the idea that the berries will tarnish making the work change subtly over time.
More information
Title of artwork, date
The Whirlwind in the Thorntree, 2004
Date supported
2005
Medium and material
Steel & bronze & silver
Dimensions
191 x 115 x 210 cm
Grant
19000
Total cost
40000
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